Nintendo Switch Controller Moving On Its Own? Joystick Replacement Tutorial

If you've got yourself a Nintendo Switch then there is a chance that you've experienced the dreaded drifting on your controller meaning that it moves without you pressing anything. If you've tried cleaning the joystick and you're still having issues then it may be time to completely replace the joystick itself. This quick guide shows you how to take your controller apart to replace the joystick and put it back together.

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